Migraine Meltdown
No ordinary headache
But first…
“Before I understood cycle awareness, the word ‘self-care’ kinda made me cringe. I pictured self-absorbed women by the pool, self-caring with their me-time. But if I sit with this word, maybe it is something else entirely.” -
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Today’s Featured Collective Writer
In the last several years, the word “migraine” has popped up more frequently in conversations with women than I ever remember.
The unpredictability of migraines can create an overwhelming burden, leaving individuals feeling as though they are constantly preparing for battle. The sudden onset of debilitating pain, often accompanied by nausea, sensitivity to light, and other distressing symptoms, can disrupt daily life without warning.
Who better to guide you through than someone who experiences migraines like
and her Substack .This article from the archives is an important one to read, especially if you get migraines. Be sure to also read the 66 comments from migraine sufferers who can relate and Migraine Girl’s replies.
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Wow! Thank you for highlighting my writing! You just made my day!
Great to meet you through migraine girl Shelby 🙂 she’s a brilliant writer, advocate and even a friend since we met on here. Lovely to connect with you and your outstanding work.